"There are few politicians in America on a better recent run than Gavin Newsom. The term-limited California governor, polling at the top of the pack for the 2028 presidential election, has spent the second Trump term as the face of the liberal resistance. Countering Texas, he successfully orchestrated a statewide referendum overturning California's independent redistricting, allowing Democrats there to gerrymander new House seats."
"When it comes to presidential primaries, there are at least two schools of thought-two potential realities-that could offer conflicting answers. If Newsom can continue to rise in the polls and build out a formidable lead, he could be well on his way to the 2028 Democratic nomination. Consider Hillary Clinton in 2016. She carried baggage into the primaries, but was able to build up a lead she never relinquished."
Gavin Newsom has experienced a strong recent political ascent, rising in national polls for the 2028 Democratic nomination. He led a successful referendum overturning California's independent redistricting, enabling Democrats to gain new House seats. Extensive media exposure, a high-profile memoir, and widespread name recognition position him to be a major fundraising force. Two potential primary dynamics exist: one where an early, durable lead secures the nomination and another where close competition prevents dominance. Current polls show Newsom near other figures such as Kamala Harris and Pete Buttigieg, and a broader field of contenders could complicate his path.
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